ASCP Certified Pathologists Assistant at KA Recruiting Inc. summary:
The ASCP Certified Pathologist's Assistant is a skilled professional responsible for assisting pathologists in the examination and dissection of surgical specimens. This role involves preparing tissue specimens for histological processing, maintaining accurate records, and adhering to laboratory safety protocols. Additionally, the Pathologist's Assistant plays a key role in training and supervising pathology residents and other healthcare personnel.
Permanent Position Pathologists Assistant
- ASCP Certification required (unless new grad)
- Day Shift - flexible hours
- Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Pathologist's Assistant to join our medical team. The Pathologist's Assistant will work closely with pathologists to perform a variety of duties essential to the accurate and efficient examination of tissue specimens. This role requires a strong understanding of anatomical pathology, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team.
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Responsibilities:
- Assist pathologists in the gross examination, dissection, and description of surgical specimens, ensuring proper identification and documentation.
- Perform macroscopic dissection of surgical specimens, including complex and diverse cases, adhering to established protocols and guidelines.
- Prepare tissue specimens for histological processing, ensuring proper orientation and marking.
- Perform frozen section preparation and analysis as needed during intraoperative consultations.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of specimen examinations, observations, and diagnostic findings.
- Assist in the instruction and supervision of pathology residents, medical students, and other healthcare personnel in specimen handling techniques.
- Monitor and maintain laboratory equipment and supplies necessary for specimen processing and analysis.
- Adhere to laboratory safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
- Participate in quality assurance and quality improvement initiatives to enhance laboratory operations and patient care outcomes.
- Permanent position with job security
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Keywords:
Pathologist's Assistant, ASCP Certification, anatomical pathology, surgical specimens, tissue examination, histological processing, frozen section preparation, laboratory safety, quality assurance, healthcare
